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AI Summary
AB2653 mandates certification against sweatshop and forced labor for AI products requiring data enrichment in state contracts.
Business Impact
If you supply AI products to California, certify against sweatshop labor by July 1, 2027, or face penalties.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
Affected Industries
What This Means
California's AB2653 requires state contractors to certify that AI products needing data enrichment are free from sweatshop and forced labor. The bill aims to update the contractor responsibility program.
Key Provisions
- Section 6108(a)(1): Certification against sweatshop and forced labor for AI products.
Latest Legislative Action
From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on P. & C.P. (Ayes 5. Noes 0.) (April 8). Re-referred to Com. on P. & C.P.
Compliance Checklist
Certify compliance with the Sweatfree AI Code of Conduct
Who: Contractors providing AI products requiring data enrichment
Deadline: By July 1, 2027
Penalty: Potential contract voiding and financial penalties
Who: Contractors providing AI products requiring data enrichment
Deadline: By July 1, 2027
Penalty: Potential contract voiding and financial penalties
Ensure subcontractors comply with the Sweatfree AI Code of Conduct
Who: Contractors
Deadline: By July 1, 2027
Penalty: Penalties for non-compliance may apply
Who: Contractors
Deadline: By July 1, 2027
Penalty: Penalties for non-compliance may apply
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Official Bill Text
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